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Signs and Symptoms of Ventricular Flutter-2

Patient was educated on signs and symptoms of ventricular flutter as follows: Clot formation The abnormally rapid ventricular rate can lead to formation of clots with consequent signs and symptoms of thrombosis and embolism. The symptoms can vary depending on the organ systems involved due to the embolus. Shortness of breath Reduced oxygenated blood supply to vital organs can also result in shortness of breath and dyspnea. Swelling of extremities and pulmonary edema The ineffective [...]

Signs and Symptoms of Ventricular Flutter-1

Patient was educated on signs and symptoms of ventricular flutter as follows: Fast heart rate In ventricular flutter, the impulse from the AV node travels via an abnormal circuit around the ventricles, in a continuous loop. This continuous stimulation of the ventricles results in rapid contraction of the ventricles at a rate of 200 – 300 beats per minute. Palpitations Abnormally fast heart rate can result in palpitations and pressure in the chest. Chest pain [...]

Pathophysiology of Ventricular Flutter

Patient was educated on pathophysiology of ventricular flutter as follows: Heart has a natural pacemaker, SA node, which initiates the impulse for a heartbeat. The impulse initiated in the SA node, with the help of other conductive tissues, spreads along the rest of heart muscle, thus helping with the programmed opening and closing of heart valves, organized contraction of individual heart chambers, and preventing any disturbance to the normal blood flow. In a healthy heart [...]

Measures to Prevent Complications Due to Ventricular Fibrillation-3

Patient was educated on measures to prevent complications due to ventricular fibrillation as follows: Discuss with all your doctors regarding your arrhythmic history. Discuss all prescription and supplement medications along with any new medications being started, to validate the safety of these medications with the arrhythmia. Stress and anxiety are important contributors towards rhythm disturbances of the heart. Managing stress and anxiety by observing compliance with relaxation techniques, such as, deep breathing, biofeedback, and yoga [...]

Measures to Prevent Complications Due to Ventricular Fibrillation-2

Patient was educated on measures to prevent complications due to ventricular fibrillation as follows: Observe compliance with any anticoagulants prescribed to prevent the risk of clot formation and deposition of embolus in vital organs, thus affecting their function. Also, observe compliance with orders for periodical lab draws that determine risk for clot formation. Be aware of any signs and symptoms of clot formation and deposition, such as, chest pain, evolving stroke. Report any such findings [...]